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To not make nephews Christmas outfit

221 replies

Cindbelly · 01/12/2016 10:52

Bit of backstory as I don't want to drip feed.

DH and I have been NC with MIL and SIL 1 for roughly 2 years. MIL due to her refusal to accept that DH primary family are me and the DC and that coupled with her controlling behaviour. It had been going on for years slowly grounding him down and then one day She said some nasty things to him about not being able to love DD the same as DS as she looks like me and he walked away (long story short it wasn't that simple) she's never apologised and at the time couldn't understand why DH was hurt as her feelings are valid and she has every right to express them.
SIL 1 and I had a falling out 4 years ago when I cancelled babysitting for her as I was in the process of miscarrying. Apparently I was selfish as her DS would have been in bed and her sofa is more comfortable then mine anyway Confused

I've also got SIL 2 who I used to be close to but we don't see that regularly now due to the strained relations between DH and family.

SIL 2 came over upset yesterday as her DD has just started nursery and needed a costume for the nativity which she couldn't find. I've told her it's not a big deal and a top with the character would be fine etc but she is young and financially struggling and was upset so I offered to make one.
Not a problem I'm fairly crafty and as it turned out had all the materials. I dropped it to her last night took about 6 or so hours in between dinner etc.

SIL 1 has just text me out of the blue to say that she has seen the costume it is not fair I am playing favourites between my nieces and nephews, her DS needs to be an elf for his school play, costume due in on Monday so she will be over Saturday afternoon to pick it up incase there are any adjustments that need to be made.

WIBU to text her back to fuck off?
Nephew doesn't even know I exist as they took down all the photos etc of us from MIL house.
Or am I letting my view of her cloud my judgement and should I make it seeing as show I've made one for my niece?
I will think IANBU to refuse but I'm doubting myself now

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DailyMailJournosSmell · 01/12/2016 16:41

Blimey, what a turn of events... I still think you've been troll'ed. The text is too crazy to be genuine. I think it's been sent for a 'joke'

SapphireStrange · 01/12/2016 17:27

I've blocked her number now, so there will be no reply update.

GOOD!

That's quite funny about the FB selling site.

footballmum · 01/12/2016 18:38

Can you imagine if this one ends up in the Daily Fail ShockGrin

TheAnswerIsYes · 01/12/2016 19:16

I think blocking and not engaging further is for the best. I would get the friend to link to the Asda Elf outfit just for a laugh though. evil cackle

Cindbelly · 01/12/2016 19:26

Here's hoping the fail don't see 'entitled SIL demands homemade costume for her DS' as newsworthy.

shit I never though about that

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ohfourfoxache · 01/12/2016 19:43

Or hope that they do! (I'm joking, I promise Thanks )

MiscellaneousAssortment · 01/12/2016 20:28

Vile woman.

You can see how people grow up into such damaged individuals if this is the kind of poison that makes up the fabric of their existence. Shudder.

Sounds like you're doing exactly the right things, and if you can manage it, just breeze past the car crash hysterics whilst getting on with your lovely advent Xmas Smile

Taylor22 · 01/12/2016 20:36

Were there any replies to the FB request?

RebootYourEngine · 01/12/2016 21:05

What a demanding cheeky cow. The only answer to that has to be fuck off. There can be no other.

BoboBunnyH0p · 01/12/2016 21:54

Our local asda and home bargains had loads of elf costumes this evening so she won't struggle to find one.

timeisnotaline · 01/12/2016 23:48

Well handled op! It's hard to blame sil 2 for bragging a little about your fabulous costume. As a 25 year old single mum of twins, one with special needs , and with her sister over ten years older, there is probably not much she can brag about , good on you for making it :)

timeisnotaline · 01/12/2016 23:49

I should say 'not much she feels she can brag about', I'm sure she has lovely children anyone would brag about.

Cindbelly · 02/12/2016 12:10

It's ok Time I knew what you meant.
No word from anyone today, I am keeping out of it.

Fairly sure that even though she didn't get a free costume, SIL 2 will still get enjoyment walking around telling everyone how mean I am and using this as an example of why she hates me.

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ohfourfoxache · 02/12/2016 12:22

Really hope all stays quiet for you

AlpacaPicnic · 02/12/2016 12:50

Would it be very bitchy to all dress up as elves for a photo opportunity and then make that photo into christmas cards to send to all your family?

Yes, yes it would. But I would 100% do it! Because I'm a horrible person. You sound like a nice person and I hope you manage to have a nice peaceful christmas!

ohfourfoxache · 02/12/2016 12:51

Alpaca that has just made me laugh so much I cried down my leg a little Grin

AlpacaPicnic · 02/12/2016 13:01

Good! Well not about the 'crying' down your leg but I'm glad I gave someone a giggle...

rollonthesummer · 02/12/2016 13:03

Did she reply?

GettingitwrongHauntingatnight · 02/12/2016 13:06

Fuck off dear will do

SissySpacekAteMyHamster · 02/12/2016 13:12

I would text no chance.

If you don't respond and she takes it as compliance, then you will look like the bad guy when he hasn't got a costume in time.

She sounds like one cheeky sod!

SissySpacekAteMyHamster · 02/12/2016 13:14

Oops thought I was up to date on the thread. Will go back and read what I missed!

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